Unit 14
Magnetic Induction
Unit 14 Magnetic Induction
Objectives:
• Discuss magnetic induction.
• List factors that determine the amount and
polarity of an induced voltage.
• Discuss Lenz’s law.
• Review the formula for R-L time constants.
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Current flowing out
Current flowing in
Current flowing through a conductor produces
a magnetic field around the conductor.
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A voltage is induced when a conductor cuts magnetic lines
of flux.
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Reversing the direction of movement reverses the polarity of
the voltage.
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Reversing the polarity of the magnetic field reverses the
polarity of the voltage.
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Left-hand generator rule.
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Voltage is induced by a moving magnetic field.
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A single-loop generator.
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Increasing the number of turns increases
the induced voltage.
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Lenz’s Law
An induced voltage or current opposes the
motion that causes it.
Please note:
Inductors always oppose a change of current!
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Inductance is
determined by
the physical
construction of
the coil.
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R-L Time Constants
T=L/R
T = time in seconds
L = inductance in henrys
R = resistance in ohms
This formula describes the time necessary for
current in an inductor to reach its full Ohm’s
law value.
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Review:
1. When current flows, a magnetic field is
created around the conductor.
2. When a conductor is cut by a magnetic
field, a voltage is induced in the
conductor.
3. The polarity of the induced voltage is
determined by the polarity of the
magnetic field.
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Review:
4. Three factors that determine the amount
of induced voltage are:
a. the number of turns of wire.
b. the strength of the magnetic field.
c. the speed of the magnetic flux cutting
action.
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Review:
5. Induced voltage is always opposite in
polarity to the applied voltage.
6. Inductors oppose a change of current.
7. Inductance is measured in units called
henrys (H).
8. Iron core inductors are wound on cores
of magnetic material.